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PEP Guide

Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is an HIV prevention strategy for people without HIV. Anti-HIV medication is taken to reduce the risk of becoming infected after a potential HIV exposure.

PEP is used in emergency situations when someone may have been exposed to the virus and has to be started within 72 hours. PEP is very effective at reducing the risk for HIV infection if started within the 72-hour timeframe and then taken for 28 days.

Is PEP right for you?

If you are HIV negative or don't know your status

If you may have been exposed to HIV in the last 72 hours during sex, while sharing needs, or were sexually assaulted

Call our PEP staff at (520) 626-9458

Where can I get PEP?

If you have been exposed in the last 72 hours the following places can help: